20/11/2024
🐴Horse Bandaging🐴 - Part 3 of a 3 parts series.
1st video Hoof Bandaging
2nd video Hock Bandaging
3rd video Tendon Bandaging
To bandage a horse’s tendon using Value Plus products, you’ll want to focus on providing support, reducing swelling, and protecting against re-injury.
Materials Needed
1. Antiseptic Spray or Cream: To clean any wounds or abrasions.
2. Non-Adherent Pad (optional): Use if there is an open wound to protect it from sticking.
3. Cotton Padding: Provides a soft, cushioning layer around the tendon.
4. Elastic Wrap or Bandage Roll: Adds support and helps keep the padding in place.
5. Value Plus Vet Wrap: Secures the bandage, providing additional compression and support.
6. Elastic Adhesive Tape (optional): For securing the ends of the bandage.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Clean the Area: If the horse has any open wounds or abrasions, start by cleaning the area with an antiseptic spray or cream.
2. Apply Non-Adherent Pad (If Needed): If there’s an open wound, place a non-stick pad over it to prevent it from sticking to the bandage.
3. Apply Cotton Padding: Wrap a layer of cotton padding around the tendon area to provide cushioning. Start just below the knee and wrap downward towards the fetlock, overlapping each layer slightly. This padding layer helps distribute pressure evenly, avoiding pressure points.
4. Apply Elastic Wrap: Over the cotton padding, apply an elastic wrap, starting just below the knee and moving downward. Keep the wrap smooth and snug but not tight. This layer should add gentle support and compression to the tendon area.
5. Secure with Value Plus Vet Wrap: Use Value Plus Vet Wrap to secure the entire bandage. In a spiral or figure-eight pattern, overlapping each wrap slightly. Vet Wrap is self-adhesive, so it will stay in place without slipping, but be careful not to pull too tightly, as it can restrict circulation.
6. Add Adhesive Tape (Optional): For extra security, add a layer of adhesive tape at the top and bottom of the wrap. This can help prevent the bandage from sliding down, especially if the horse is moving around.
7. Check for Proper Fit: Ensure the bandage is snug but not overly tight. You should be able to fit a finger between the bandage and the leg to ensure there’s no restriction on blood flow.
Additional Tips
• Monitor Regularly: Check the bandage every few hours to ensure it hasn’t shifted and isn’t causing discomfort.
• Change as Needed: If the horse is turned out or in a dusty environment, replace the bandage daily. For active healing, change it according to your veterinarian’s advice.
By using Value Plus Vet Wrap, you’re providing flexible support that will allow some movement while keeping the bandage securely in place.
